Cap Skirring Airport

GOGS / CSK

Cap Skirring, SN

Last Updated
Jun 24, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
10 kt
20°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GOGS 241200Z 02010KT 340V070 CAVOK 31/21 Q1013 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cap Skirring Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies. Note: This observation is 1.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 10 knots. Runway 32 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (52 ft)
Pressure Alt
60 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,992 ft
ISA Deviation: +16.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF GOGS 241100Z 2412/2512 28008KT 9999 SCT013 PROB40 TEMPO 2418/2424 4000 TSRA SCT013 FEW025CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:21Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
18:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OGS
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
6,573 ft 98 ft ASP 136°
5.0 kt 8.7 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - GOGS

5,042 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
93.8%
MVFR
5.5%
IFR
0.6%
LIFR
0.1%

Cap Skirring Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 93.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 86 knots. Temperatures typically range between 18°C and 38°C with an average of 25.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, November, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 86 kt
Calm Winds: 2.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
1.7%
N
40.9%
S
3%
W
10.9%
NE
15.2%
NW
19.3%
SE
0.5%
SW
6.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.7°C
Range: 18°C to 38°C
18°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

December November January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 5,042 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cap Skirring Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GOGS
IATA Code: CSK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 52 ft MSL

Location

City: Cap Skirring
Country: SN
Latitude: 12.395330°
Longitude: -16.748000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 6,573 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cap Skirring Airport

Overview

Cap Skirring Airport serves the coastal region of Senegal, located at 12.395330, -16.748000 with an elevation of 52 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Cap Skirring area, supporting regional transportation and local flight operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport demonstrates extremely stable VFR conditions, with 96% of observations showing favorable visual flight rules. Temperatures range from 18°C to 35°C, averaging 26.5°C, with consistent winds predominantly from the north at an average of 6.5 knots. December, January, and November offer the most reliable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

Runway 14/32 spans 6,573 feet with an asphalted surface, oriented to maximize wind alignment. The airport experiences minimal meteorological disruptions, with zero reported IFR or low IFR conditions and no significant fog occurrences. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32 demonstrates optimal wind compatibility, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 4.8 knots. Extreme wind events are rare but possible, with maximum recorded wind speeds reaching 86 knots, suggesting pilots should always check current METAR before operations.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.